About Ousman Badjie
Born 1967. Ousman Badjie is a military officer.
Ousman Badjie (born 15 November 1967) was the chief of the Defence Staff of the Gambia, and lieutenant-general in the Gambian Army, having succeeded Masaneh Kinteh to the position. He was removed from his position in March 2017.
Badjie received attention during the 2016–2017 Gambian constitutional crisis for his alleged support of Adama Barrow in December, then supporting Yahya Jammeh in January, though later saying that his troops will not fight for Jammeh against ECOWAS forces.
Early life and education
Military career
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Who is Ousman Badjie?
Gambian Chief of the Defence Staff
When was Ousman Badjie born?
Ousman Badjie was born on 15 November 1967 in Sibanor.
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Ousman Badjie is a military officer.
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Ousman Badjie's recorded nationality: The Gambia.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ousman Badjie. https://biography.guide/ousman-badjie/
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